To The Crookston Times readers,

It is with regret that CherryRoad Media announces the closing of The Crookston Times

Our company is dedicated to the preservation of community journalism. Since the purchase of our 1st paper in late-2020 to today, we have prided ourselves on our ability to fight the difficult battle that newspapers face in today’s digital society. Unfortunately, that battle cannot always be won.

The Crookston Times has struggled in recent years to find its footing in this community. Since purchasing The Crookston Times, CherryRoad Media has been unable to avoid financial losses every month. The paper was losing money when we bought it, and it continued to do so. We must now come to terms with the fact that we do not have a path forward to sustainability.

And we thank those who have supported us.

Wesley United Methodist Church summer events

Wesley United Methodist Church in Crookston has a handful of events happening this summer including a goodwill sale, farewell gathering, summer salad lunches and their annual wood-fired pizza and outdoor concert over Ox Cart Days.

New to Medicare virtual class June 16

There is a lot to do when you become eligible for Medicare and it can seem overwhelming. Minnesota’s Senior LinkAge Line® offers a class giving you answers.

Libraries announce “Explore Underwater” summer reading challenge for all ages

Lake Agassiz Regional Library is bringing an underwater exploration-themed Summer Library Experience to youth and adults of all ages in communities in Becker, Clay, Clearwater, Mahnomen, Norman, Polk, and Wilkin counties. Beginning June 1, participants can read to win prizes as well as attend enriching events on an underwater exploration theme.

Ask a Trooper: 100 Deadliest Days on the Road

Summer in Minnesota brings sunshine and excitement with campgrounds and cabins opening and families heading out on vacation. All of the campers, trailers, and extra vehicle traffic makes Memorial Day to Labor Day a deadly time for traffic fatalities each year on Minnesota roads. Unfortunately this time frame is also dangerous for your young drivers as college and high school end and they’re driving more often during the summer. That’s why the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety is reminding all Minnesotans to drive safely.

Memorial Day 2022 Feature: Kurt Ellefson

Polk County Veterans Services Officer Kurt Ellefson was the speaker at the 2022 Memorial Day program at Oakdale Cemetery in Crookston and was introduced by longtime Crookston Veterans Council representative Margee Keller. Before Kurt spoke, Keller gave a recap of his life:

CHS Prom committee presented with check from breakfast fundraiser

The Crookston High School Prom Committee was recently presented with a check for $1,240 from their breakfast fundraiser held at the Crookston Masonic Lodge #141. Pictured are CHS students and Masons Lester Wilkens and George French, and Advisor Linda Morgan. (Photo by Jess Bengtson)

Rotary Club Student of the Month breakfast fundraiser check presented

Crookston Rotary Club recently held a Student of the Month breakfast fundraiser at the Crookston Masonic Lodge #141 and were presented with a check from the proceeds plus a match by the Masons for a total of $1,794. Masons George French, left, and Lester Wilkens, right, are pictured with a few of the 2022 Students of the Month George French, Claire Oman and Olivia Huck. (Photo by Jess Bengtson)

Crookston Fire Department fire calls

A fire call came in May 25 at 8 p.m. at the intersection of 265th Ave SW and 290th St SW for a one-vehicle motor vehicle accident caused by sliding into the ditch. No injuries were reported. The CFD assisted on scene.

Bev Nelson

Bev Nelson, 67, of Mentor passed away on Wednesday, May 25, at Villa St. Vincent in Crookston. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 6, at Faith Lutheran Church in Mentor with the Rev. Mike Sletto officiating. Interment will be in Faith Lutheran Cemetery, Mentor. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Sunday, June 5, at Faith Lutheran Church. Family will also greet friends for one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are with Carlin Family Funeral Service of Erskine and messages of condolence may be shared at www.carlinfuneral.com.